9 hours
E-voucher
English
Overview
This tour covers the sites where the Australians fought in the Somme in WW1: from the 1916 battle of Pozieres to Villers-Bretonneux where the Germans were halted in 1918. A great immersion into Australian history with an expert guide, each tour is a unique experience. All our tours are Private and/or personalised with a maximum of 7 passengers.
Operated by
Terres de Memoire Battlefield Tours
Ratings & Reviews
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Bridgette our guide had...
Ronald_L, Jun 2025
Bridgette our guide had excellent knowledge of the Australian involvement on the Somme WWI. The tour lasted 9 hours
WW1 experience
Noela_S, Aug 2024
We were able to see my Great Uncle’s grave and see the approximate battlefield where he died. The visit to the German cemetery was solemn. We had not considered the German war grave situation previously. Sylvester was a fantastic guide and was very helpful finding my relative.
Sylvester was an...
Marina_R, Jul 2024
Sylvester was an outstanding tour guide especially his comand of English and knowledge of the battlfield history. Thoroughly recommend this tour. Marina, Brisbane, Australia
Best Australian WWI experience
Lyn_G, Apr 2024
This was one of the best tours we have done in France. Our guide Sylvester was excellent in his knowledge of the towns we visited and the battles that had occurred there. I would recommend this tour to anyone with an interest in Australia’s WWI history!
Itinerary
Lochnagar Crater
The impressive crater caused by an underground explosion on 1st July 1916 just prior the infantry assault
30 minutesPozieres
The site of Pozieres is very significant in Australian history: from the Gibraltar bunker to the Windmill and Mouquet farm, thousands of Australian soldiers have lost their lives there...
1 hourMemorial de Thiepval
The Thiepval memorial commemorates the missing of the Somme.
30 minutesMemorial Terre-neuvien De Beaumont-hamel
A unique and well preserved battlefield from the 1916 battle
30 minutesAlbert
A visit to the excellent Somme 1916 underground museum is included. We stop for lunch in the charming town of Albert.
1 hourLe Hamel
The first Monash's battle as the commander of the Australian Corps took place on 4 July 1918 at Le Hamel.
45 minutesVillers-Bretonneux
This name of this place means so much to Australia. From the impressive and moving Australian monument to the new and excellent Sir John Monash Centre and its interactive exhibition.
2 hours
Experience
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- English speaking guide / WW1 expert
- Access to all the sites and museum fees
Exclusions
- Snacks
- Lunch
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.